Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Looking for fun live entertainment to make your special day that much more memorable? Look no further than Aa’Keela & The Beats! Based in Mississippi, this wedding band boasts a diverse setlist, state-of-the-art equipment, and amazing vocals, which are sure to create a party atmosphere like no other! Besides weddings, this band can also provide entertainment for birthdays, corporate events, anniversaries, and more.
Aa’Keela & The Beats was formed by Aa’Keela, a self-taught saxophonist and pianist. Her background includes being a songwriter, musician, and singer, as well as teaching music to church ministries for over 20 years. Her style consists of a wide variety of music, such as rhythm and blues, gospel, soul, rock, jazz, funk, and pop.
Aa’Keela & The Beats offers live music and MC services for your wedding. These talented vocalists and instrumentalists can create the musical backdrop you desire for your rehearsals, ceremony, reception, and after-party. For further information, you can contact the team today to discuss your musical vision for your celebration!
Woman-owned Business
Details
Instruments
Bass
Guitar
Keyboard
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Trumpet
Vocals
Music Genres
Country
Dance
Disco
Hip-Hop
Jazz
Pop
R&B
Rock
Music Services
Live Music
MC Services
Recorded Music
Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Aa’Keela
Owner
Aa’Keela is a musician, singer, and songwriter, whose style includes everything from soul, rhythm & blues, gospel, rock, jazz, pop and funk. A self-taught pianist and saxophonist, she has taught music to various church ministries for more than 20 years. She has performed behind such artists as Melissa Ethridge and Le’Andria Johnson, and she has worked alongside Ann Nesby, Patti LaBelle, Vesta Williams and Patti Austin. Aa'Keela formed Aa’Keela & The Beats, and they have performed at festivals, corporate functions,, weddings, proms, private parties, church events and everything in between.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
21 reviews
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Aa’Keela & The Beats received glowing reviews for their performance at weddings, with numerous guests enjoying their interactive, energetic, and engaging showmanship that kept everyone dancing all night. The band's excellent communication, professionalism, and ability to cater to guests of all ages were highly praised, making them a top recommendation for weddings and other events. Attendees appreciated the band's fun and lively presence, describing them as the highlight of the celebration and a must-have for an unforgettable experience.
Justine I
5.0
1/11/2026
Aa’Keela & The Beats were absolutely incredible at our wedding! They brought amazing energy, kept everyone on the dance floor all night, and had a setlist that appealed to guests o...
f all ages. Communication and professionalism were top-notch, and the band’s interactive performance made our reception so much fun. We couldn’t recommend them more for an unforgettable celebration!
Claire H
5.0
7/31/2025
Aa’Keela and The Beats band was very easy to communicate with throughout the planning process. They were very fun, lively, and energetic at our reception!
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Bess M
5.0
7/21/2025
Aa’Keela & The Beats were so much fun! So many of our guest told us how much fun the band was! They had so many of us on the dance floor all night. We truly had the best time with ...
them!!
Madison W
5.0
4/10/2025
The best of the best!! We had an amazing time celebrating with yall!! I know we will be seeing yall soon! 10/10 recommend for any event you might be having!🥳✨🪩
Rylee M
5.0
3/18/2025
There are not enough stars to rate how the energy Aa’keela and the Beats brought to our wedding. They are amazing musicians and really know how to get the crowd going. I am so happ...
y we chose to go with them for our wedding because they really added a special touch that made it amazing!
10/10 recommend!
lauren s
5.0
2/27/2025
We had such an amazing night with Aa'Keela & The Beats!! They were interactive, upbeat, and so much fun!
Caroline B
5.0
2/11/2025
I hadn’t had the privilege of seeing Aa’Keela and The Beats in person before our reception, but I did extensive research which led to the decision of booking them. They were the fi...
rst vendor we booked. They were absolutely fabulous!! They are all so talented and engaged with all wedding guests (even gave a guest a spare pair of drumsticks!). From their set list, sound and lighting features, spunky outfits, they put on a fantastic show!! My fiancé and I had the honor of meeting each of the band members and they were so kind and great individuals!! The best band ever! They exceeded our expectations and made the night even that much more unforgettable!! Book this band ASAP!!! Aa’Keela and The Beats, we love you guys!!!
Julie S
5.0
10/02/2024
We absolutely loved Aa’Keela and the Beats!!! Non stop fun and they were great with the bride/ groom and crowd! SO MUCH FUN was had by all!!!!
Laura F
5.0
9/28/2024
This band was amazing! They never quit playing all night. They played songs that appealed to all ages. I would love to hear them again!
Machaela M
5.0
9/23/2024
Aa’Keela is very professional!! We had the best time with the entire band all night at the wedding! Everyone LOVED them. They bring the fun for sure!!
Bryce Y
5.0
7/25/2024
Aa’Keela and the Beats has played for three conference events for our association of about 150-200 guests now. Every event her team has performed an excellent array of songs that n...
ot only engaged the audience of all ages but had everyone laughing, clapping, and cheering throughout the night. They are fun, family friendly, and extremely entertaining. Not to mention the quality of performance is excellent as well. Perfect for any venue especially if you have a group of varying age brackets that want a night of music. Highly recommend this group!
Steve E
5.0
7/14/2024
They rocked the house! Music makes the wedding, and they had the entire dance floor packed all night long!
Trevor F
5.0
6/05/2024
We heard them at another wedding and already knew we wanted them! They are the best band you could ever find for a reception. They have a reasonable price and also keep the party h...
ype! If you want an interactive reception this is the band you need to pick! They will have everyone on the dance floor from start to finish! The absolute best in the business!
Christi P
5.0
4/15/2024
Aa’Keela and the Beats were amazing at my daughter’s wedding. They absolutely made the night! I can not say enough at how wonderful they were - easy to work with, sounded great, ...
and commanded the fun!! Highly recommend them for your wedding!! 🥰
Emmy F
5.0
3/26/2024
Aa’Keela exceeded my every expectation and was on top of her stuff! Communication was top notch and performance was 10/10! You will not be disappointed by choosing her and her crew...
for your big day!!
Dana A
5.0
3/25/2024
Absolutely amazing! This band exceeded our expectations and kept the party going all night long and danced the night away! They have an incredible setlist, easy to work with, and w...
ere always ready to answer any and all questions we had leading up to our wedding! So many guests commented on how much they enjoyed having this band and how much fun they are. Would pick them again in a heartbeat!
Angela C
5.0
1/08/2024
So much fun and energy!!! This group is the best choice for entertainment for any occasion!!! Professional and provide awesome music for the entire event!!! Some of the most talent...
ed musicians and vocalists in the U.S!!!!!!!
Weslea M
5.0
11/20/2023
The BEST wedding band!!! We have not stopped hearing about how great they were. Aa'Keela and the Beats brings the best vibes. They are fun and interactive and responsive.
mackenzie h
5.0
7/21/2023
Aa’Keela and the Beats are the best band for any occasion. We loved having them for our wedding receiption. They made us feel special the entire night, and they made sure everyone ...
had a great night of dancing! I cannot say enough good things about this band.
Laney E. M
5.0
7/16/2023
I can’t say enough amazing things about Aa’Keela and the Beats! They played my niece’s wedding, and all of our family and friends of all ages, along with the entire bridal party, n...
ever left the dance floor. Even on the breaks! They have a wide variety of songs, from different eras and genres, and they are so creative with their mash-ups. They’re so interactive with the crowd too. Hands down, the best wedding band ever. Don’t hesitate to book them, because they’re the real deal. So professional too!!
Darryl S
5.0
6/21/2023
This band is one of the best! They made my daughters wedding so much fun! Everyone had a blast!
